Memory size error msg

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hank

I have been trying to install a 256 (pc100) memory stick
in my Compaq presario -5108us, according to the
manufacturer, the size limit is like 768. I cannot get
more than 384 (one 256 and one 128) installed and running
with out it locking up and having to shutdown. I am
trying to achieve 512 using (2) 128's and (1) 256
sticks. Pls hlp.
 
Presumably, you have installed each memory stick individually and then the
two 128's as a pair, and then the 256 with each of the 128's, and tried
different slot positions for each stick..
 
You cannot mix and match memory in a pc, in the manual yo
will see what type of memory is supported and whether it
is single or double sided, motherboards support a certain
number of "banks" mixing single sided ram with double
sided is not recomended.
mixing different brands and chip speeds together is even
worse.

save yourself the trouble and buy a single 512 module.

"LX"
 
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